Senior Civil Engineer - BLS - Jeddah - KSA📣 Job Ad

About the Role

TÜV SÜD is a company focused on technology and innovation, committed to progress and ensuring societal safety through testing, auditing, inspection, and advisory services. We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Saudi Arabia. This role will concentrate on building inspection and testing in accordance with Saudi building codes and international standards, playing a key part in maintaining construction quality and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and testing of buildings according to Saudi building codes and international standards for general construction quality, acting as a third-party for civil engineering quality firms.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation detailing findings and comments, adhering to Saudi building codes and international standards.
• Review design documents and assess existing buildings, authoring reports and preparing certificates in line with TÜV SÜD's processes and procedures.
• Address and resolve construction-related issues or conflicts that may arise during the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with TÜV SÜD guidelines and regulations, including permits and safety, and deliver required technical files and documentation.
• Receive and resolve escalated client complaints.
• Fulfill client schedules in a safe, timely, and sustainable manner.
• Conduct regular inspections of construction sites to verify compliance with design specifications and Saudi Building Codes.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate construction activities and ensure project objectives are met according to Saudi Building Codes specifications.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, new technologies, and changes in building codes and regulations to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
• Comply with TÜV SÜD policies and procedures regarding safety equipment (PPE).
• Utilize and manage internal digital software, including BLS-Plan and radar, as required.
• Follow work instructions provided by the team leader and QA/QC assigned engineer.
• Provide support and take over responsibilities for colleagues on non-assigned projects during emergencies or leaves.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5-10 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of civil and structural works, encompassing foundations, concrete, steel structures, and finishing works.
• Proven experience in site inspection, supervision, and quality control.
• Ability to prepare detailed technical reports and documentation.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and site safety practices.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Civil Engineering Quality
• Report Writing
• Design Document Review
• Construction Issue Resolution
• Client Complaint Resolution
• Site Inspection
• Construction Site Compliance
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Industry Best Practices
• Safety Equipment (PPE)
• Digital Software Proficiency (*, BLS-Plan, radar)
• Team Leadership
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Expertise in Civil and Structural Works
• Knowledge of Foundations, Concrete Structures, Steel Structures, and Finishing Works
• Site Supervision
• Quality Control Methodologies
• Technical Report Preparation
• Understanding of Safety Regulations and Site Safety Practices
• Effective Communication and Coordination Skills
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time, regular position requiring onsite work. The role is based within the Real Estate & Building Technology work area. While the primary focus is on Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the company also has operations and potential project involvement in Riyadh, Al Khobar, Makkah, Al Jubail, Tabuk, and Yanbu, within the Riyadh Region and across Saudi Arabia.